CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026 Notification Out — 9195 Posts, 10th Pass Eligible

Key Highlights

Organisation	Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Post Names	Constable (Technical & Tradesmen), Constable (Pioneer)
Total Vacancies	9,195 (9,175 Technical & Tradesmen + 20 Pioneer)
Notification Date	08 April 2026
Application Start	20 April 2026
Application End	19 May 2026
Fee Payment Deadline	19 May 2026
Application Mode	Online only — rect.crpf.gov.in
Pay Level	Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100), 7th CPC
Recruitment Basis	Domicile-based (Technical & Tradesmen); All India (Pioneer)

Vacancy Details

CRPF has notified 9,195 posts distributed across two categories:

Constable (Technical & Tradesmen): 9,175 posts — Male: 9,096 | Female: 79
Constable (Pioneer): 20 posts (All India basis)

Trade-wise vacancy distribution as per the official notification includes: Driver (3,176), Bugler (1,426), Cook (1,263), Painter (547), Tailor (739), Motor Mechanic Vehicle (141), Carpenter (83), Cobbler (32), Mason — Pioneer (20), Electrician — Pioneer (7), and several other trades. Female candidates are eligible for 79 posts across trades such as Brass Band, Bugler, Hair Dresser, Mali, Pipe Band, Painter, Tailor, and Water Carrier in select states and UTs.

10% of the total vacancies are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). If suitable ESM candidates are unavailable, those seats will be filled from non-ESM candidates within the respective category. Technical & Tradesmen vacancies are allocated state/UT-wise on a domicile basis; candidates must hold a valid Domicile or Permanent Residence Certificate of the state/UT they apply for.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

The minimum qualification for most posts is Matriculation (Class 10 pass) from a recognised board or university. For the post of Constable (Driver), candidates additionally require a valid commercial driving licence. For Constable (Motor Mechanic Vehicle), one year of practical experience in the trade is required. For Mason and Electrician (Pioneer posts), one year of experience in the respective trade is required. Degrees or diplomas acquired through Open and Distance Learning recognised by UGC/DEB are valid if they were approved during the period of acquisition.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) — all trades except Driver: 18 to 23 years
Constable (Driver): 21 to 27 years

Age relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years’ relaxation. OBC candidates get 3 years’ relaxation. Ex-Servicemen receive relaxation as per government rules (military service period deducted, plus 3 additional years). Age and educational qualifications are reckoned as on 01 January 2026.

Physical Standards

Male candidates must have a minimum height of 170 cm with an unexpanded chest of 80 cm and a minimum 5 cm expansion. Female candidates must have a minimum height of 157 cm. Height and chest relaxations apply for candidates from Scheduled Tribes, North-Eastern states, Garhwali, Kumaoni, Dogra, Maratha, and Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) regions as specified in the official notification.

These posts are not suitable for PwD (Persons with Disabilities) candidates. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in any stage of the recruitment process.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a basic pay range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month. In addition to basic pay, they will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or free accommodation, Ration Money (approximately ₹3,500–₹4,000 per month as per prevailing rates), Risk/Hardship Allowance based on area of posting, Transport Allowance, Uniform and Laundry Allowance, and medical facilities for the employee and family under CGHS/Ayushman CAPF.

Selection Process

The recruitment follows a multi-stage process. All stages are qualifying; final merit is based on CBT marks only.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Running and other physical tasks as per prescribed standards for male and female candidates.
Physical Standards Test (PST): Height and chest measurement verification against prescribed norms.
Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type test of 100 marks divided into four sections of 25 marks each — General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & General Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English or Hindi (candidate’s choice). Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer applies.
Trade/Skill Test: Practical test specific to the trade applied for.
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination (DME/RME)

Admit cards will not be sent by post. Candidates must download them from the official recruitment website. Submission of an application or issue of an admit card does not confer any right of selection. CRPF reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, or modify the recruitment process at any stage without assigning reasons.

Important Dates

Notification Release	08 April 2026
Online Application Opens	20 April 2026
Online Application Closes	19 May 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	19 May 2026
Exam Date	Not mentioned in the official notification

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
SC / ST / Female (all categories) / Ex-Servicemen: Nil

Fee can be paid online via BHIM, UPI, Net Banking, or Visa/Master/RuPay Credit or Debit cards. The application fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Applications submitted without the required fee (where applicable) will be summarily rejected.

How to Apply

Visit the official CRPF recruitment portal: rect.crpf.gov.in
Click on the relevant recruitment notification link for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) 2026.
Click “Click here for New Registration” and enter your Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name (as per Matriculation certificate), Mobile Number, and Email ID. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to your registered contact.
Log in using the Registration Number and Password.
Fill in all required details: personal information, address, educational qualifications, trade/post applied for, domicile state/UT, and category.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and self-declaration as per the specified format and size.
Pay the applicable application fee online.
Review the form carefully before final submission. No correction or modification is permitted after final submission.
Download and save the confirmation page and e-receipt for future reference.

Important: A candidate can apply for only one post within each category — either Technical & Tradesmen or Pioneer. If two applications are detected for the same candidate, both will be cancelled. Apply only through the official portal; do not use third-party websites or agents.

Documents Required

Matriculation (Class 10) certificate and marksheet for proof of age and education
Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate of the applied state/UT (mandatory for Technical & Tradesmen posts)
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) from competent authority, if applicable
EWS certificate, if applicable
Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate, if applicable
Valid commercial driving licence (for Driver post applicants)
Trade experience certificate (for MMV, Mason, Electrician where experience is required)
Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
Any additional document specified in the official notification

Offer / Notice Verification and Scam Warning

CRPF issues all recruitment communications through its official websites — crpf.gov.in and rect.crpf.gov.in. No genuine CRPF offer letter or appointment order is sent via WhatsApp, Telegram, or private email from unofficial accounts. If you receive an SMS or message asking for payment in exchange for a posting or selection, it is a fraud — CRPF does not charge any fee at the offer stage.

Verify every document number and communication by cross-checking against the official portal. Do not pay any agent or middleman claiming to guarantee selection. Report suspicious contacts to your nearest police station or cybercrime helpline (1930).

Official Links

Note: The notification PDF links are hosted directly on rect.crpf.gov.in. Visit the portal and navigate to the active recruitment notice for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen and Pioneer) 2026 to access the direct PDF download.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the total number of vacancies in CRPF Constable Recruitment 2026?

The official notification states a total of 9,195 vacancies — 9,175 for Constable (Technical & Tradesmen) and 20 for Constable (Pioneer).

2. What is the last date to apply for CRPF Constable 2026?

The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 19 May 2026.

3. Can female candidates apply for CRPF Constable Tradesmen 2026?

Yes. As per the official notification, 79 vacancies are reserved for female candidates across trades including Brass Band, Bugler, Hair Dresser, Tailor, and Water Carrier in select states.

4. What is the age limit for the Driver post in CRPF 2026?

Candidates applying for the Constable (Driver) post must be between 21 and 27 years of age as on 01 January 2026, with standard category-wise relaxations applicable.

5. Is experience required for any CRPF Constable Tradesmen post?

The official notification specifies one year of practical experience for Motor Mechanic Vehicle, and one year of experience for Mason and Electrician (Pioneer posts). Proficiency in the respective trade is required for other posts.

6. What is the application fee for General category male candidates?

As per the official notification, the application fee for General / OBC / EWS (Male) candidates is ₹100. SC, ST, Female (all categories), and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the fee.